Many tales are told of the flying carpets of Araby and ownership of one will bring great prestige to i holder. During the crusades, the Sultan ordered all flying carpets to be brought to his armies so they could be used against the invaders, so they were very hard to come during those times.
Scholars are in dispute over the origins of Flying Carpets, some claim they are simply objects imbued with magic, whilst other contend that they are possessed by benevolent Djinn.
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ROC
“There we were, sailing spices to Copher, when all of a sudden, one of them Rocs descended upon one of the ships. Bigger than an Elephant it was, and tore the ship to pieces with its claws in one fell swoop. I thank Ormazd every day I was not on that vessel...”
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FLYING CARPET
Many tales are told of the flying carpets of Araby and ownership of one will bring great prestige to its holder. During the crusades, the Sultan ordered all flying carpets to be brought to his armies so they could be used against the invaders, so they were very hard to come during those times.
Scholars are in dispute over the origins of Flying e claim they are simply objects imbued with magic, whilst other contend that they
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Special Rules
Fly
“There we were, sailing spices to Copher, , one of them Rocs descended upon one of the ships. Bigger than an Elephant it was, and tore the ship to pieces with its claws in one fell swoop. I
every day I was not on that
Rocs are huge raptors that dwell in the
mountains and on rocky, secluded islands. They frequent regions in which they can readily find large prey, such as the mountains near the west coast. A few, for whom pickings are slim, have been seen soaring over desert wastes and open expanses of ocean.
Rocs prey on the largest surmountable creatures they can find in their area. On land, they attack elephants, camels, and giants, and few rocs will pass up a light snack of undefended humans. At sea, they hunt like ospreys, snagging dolphins, elephant seals, and sharks from the water, as well as attacking ships.
They build their nests upon the tallest mountain, rocky outcrop, or perch in their territory, using branches and even whole trees in the construction. They are not social creatures. Each is highly territorial, especially against invasions by other rocs.
All Rocs are difficult to raise, given their independent nature and huge appetites, and impossible to tame as adults, but if one should be able to acquire an egg from a nest, they can grow up to be a mighty mount, ridden only by the greatest heroes of Araby.
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Special Rules
Large Target, Fly, Terror
Rocs are huge raptors that dwell in the Arabyan mountains and on rocky, secluded islands. They frequent regions in which they can readily find large prey, such as the mountains near the west kings are slim, have been seen soaring over desert wastes and open Rocs prey on the largest surmountable creatures they can find in their area. On land, they attack elephants, camels, and giants, and few rocs will
of undefended humans. At sea, they hunt like ospreys, snagging dolphins, elephant seals, and sharks from the water, as well as They build their nests upon the tallest mountain, rocky outcrop, or perch in their territory, using
even whole trees in the construction. They are not social creatures. Each is highly territorial, especially against invasions by other
ocs are difficult to raise, given their independent nature and huge appetites, and
ts, but if one should be able to acquire an egg from a nest, they can grow up to be a mighty mount, ridden only by the
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SULTANS
The Sultans of Araby are the great leaders of the city states. They are most often given this position though birth, but a great leader of any heritage can reach this position through either political schemes or take it by force. Likewise, someone deemed unfit
to rule would likely to be overthrown by a more powerful opponent.
The real power of the Sultans comes from the people. If they do not believe them to be appointed by the One, they would not follow them, and would instead be seeking a more suitable leader. As messengers of Ormazd, they are followed blindly, and anyone who oppose is likely to be hanged for their insolence.
The Sultans live in unimaginable luxury, served by hundreds of slaves who will fulfil their every whim, their harems are filled with voluptuous beauties from across the world and their treasure chambers with all the splendour and wealth of that distant land. Some of these despots are cruel by their nature, ordering beheadings and mutilations of even the pettiest criminals, while others are great rulers and patrons of art and science.
The Sultans sometimes take to the field to lead the armies of Araby themselves. Unlike the Caliphs and Sheiks they do not fight themselves, but are more of inspiring figures, keeping the troops in check. Although not much of fighters, the Sultans are great commanders, as to expect from someone of their stature, and their commands are followed fanatically. Their presence will mostly inspire the soldiers to stay put and fight, as failing the Sultan will likely result in dishonour, and for some, death.
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Special Rules
Religious Hatred
Bodyguard: The Sultan rides upon his throne, carried by several slaves or accompany
and surrounded by his personal bodyguard, sworn to protect him.
The Sultan must be accompanied by a unit of Sultan’s Guard, and he may not leave thi
is placed in the second rank, but can lead the unit as normal.
As long as the sultan is alive, the Sultan’s Guard is Immune to Psychology as well as Stubborn.